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Purple GroupJSE:PPE -2.05%75 EV-to-EBITDA is 12.39 as of Sep. 11, 2026, which is 15% below its 10-year median of 14.60. GuruFocus rates JSE:PPE with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of R1.48 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 143 Diversified Financial Services companies, Purple Group ranks worse than 65.73% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Purple Group's enterprise value is R2,388.0 Mil.
Purple Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was R192.7 Mil. Therefore, Purple Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 12.39.
The historical rank and industry rank for Purple Group's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
JSE:PPE'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -236.51 Med: 14.6 Max: 364.34
Current: 12.39
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Purple Group was 364.34. The lowest was -236.51. And the median was 14.60.
JSE:PPE's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 65.73% of 143
companies
in the Diversified Financial Services industry
Industry Median: 4.23
vs JSE:PPE: 12.39
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Purple Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Purple Group's share price for today is R1.91.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Purple Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was R0.048.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
The historical data trend for Purple Group's EV-to-EBITDA can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Financial Conglomerates subindustry, Purple Group's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Purple Group EV-to-EBITDA vs Diversified Financial Services Industry
For the Diversified Financial Services industry and Financial Services sector, Purple Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Purple Group's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Purple Group's current Enterprise Value is R2,388.0 Mil.
For company reported semi-annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data. Purple Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was R192.7 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Purple Group (JSE:PPE) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 12.39 as of Sep. 11, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Purple Group. This is 15% below median its historical median of 14.60. According to the industry distribution chart, Purple Group ranks #94 out of 143 companies in the Diversified Financial Services industry, placing it in the top 65.7%.
Is Purple Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Purple Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 12.39 is 15% below median its 10-year median of 14.60. The Diversified Financial Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 4.23. Purple Group's value of 12.39 is 192.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Purple Group ranks #94 out of 143 companies in the Diversified Financial Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Purple Group has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Purple Group's EV-to-EBITDA compare to FRHC and VOYA?
According to the Diversified Financial Services industry distribution chart, Purple Group ranks #94 out of 143 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Purple Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 4.23. Purple Group's value of 12.39 is 192.9% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 14.60 vs. the industry median of 4.23, Purple Group has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for a Diversified Financial Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Diversified Financial Services companies is 4.23, based on 143 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Purple Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 12.39 is 192.9% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Purple Group. For the Diversified Financial Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 4.23 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Purple Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is 12.39, which is 15% below median its own 10-year median of 14.60. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Purple Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Purple Group (JSE:PPE) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R1.48, compared to a current price of R1.91 — trading 29.1% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 12.39, which is 15% below median its 10-year median of 14.60 and 192.9% above the Diversified Financial Services industry median of 4.23. Purple Group's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 1 warning sign to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Purple Group (JSE:PPE), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 12.39 as of Sep. 11, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Purple Group (JSE:PPE) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Purple Group stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of R1.91 is trading 29.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of R1.48.
GuruFocus considers Purple Group to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for JSE:PPE:
EV-to-EBITDA: 12.39 (15% below median its 10-year median of 14.60)
GF Value™: R1.48 vs. price of R1.91 (29.1% above fair value)
Industry Position: 192.9% above the Diversified Financial Services median (#94 of 143)
No single metric tells the full story. See the JSE:PPE stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Purple Group Ltd operates as a financial services company. The company engages in trading, investing, and asset management, and also offers various products and services related to investing and managing portfolios. The Group comprises the following operating segments: Easy Group includes First World Trader Proprietary Limited (FWT or EasyEquities), EasyProperties Proprietary Limited (EasyProperties), EasyDefi Technologies Proprietary Limited (Easy Crypto), and Retirement Investments and Savings for Everyone (RISE or EasyRetire). Head Office and Investments represent fees and dividends earned on investments and fair value adjustments made against them, as well as head office costs.
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